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STUNNING Cabin with Breathtaking Views and Plenty of Room for the Whole Family

Warm Springs, Fairplay, CO, USA

Cabin4096 sq. ft.

Sleeps: 12

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3

Half Baths: 1

Min Stay: 3 nights

Cabin, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3.5 Baths, (Sleeps up to 13)

"We hope that this will not be our last visit to the very special Chocolate Moose Lodge." Arie G.

"We found Chocolate Moose to be just what our family of 6 adults and 2 grandkids needed for our 3 night stay. Kitchen perfect for the preparation of our Thanksgiving feast. Hot tub with a fantastic view was so pleasant and appreciated finding a hiking trail just a few hundred yards from our front door." Carla S.

"We had a great stay at this very comfortable and well-stocked lodge. It was just right for hanging out with family, cooking, hot tubbing and just relaxing." - James S

Welcome to the Chocolate Moose! The cabin that offers the very best of the Colorado mountains. This luxurious 4,000 square foot, 3 story custom crafted log cabin features four bedrooms and three and a half baths, and offers everything you need for the perfect mountain retreat. This spacious home is tucked away in the aspens with breathtaking views of South Park and Silverheels Mountain.

Hit the trails by simply opening the backdoor. The many trails maintained by the community connect up with the National Forest to the south providing hours upon hours of exploration. If you want to continue your adventures a bit further from home, you can catch the Colorado Trail on top of Kenosha pass about 30 miles to the north, or bag your first 14er by climbing Mount Sherman just a few miles up the road.

Enjoy the private stocked fishing ponds within the community (no Colorado license needed - just grab the pass from in the kitchen) or grab a license and venture out to explore all of the amazing fishing destinations in the area (http://285mountainguide.com/guide/activities/fishing.html). The community also offers a tennis and basketball court if a friendly rivalry needs to be decided on the court.

If 4-wheeling is more your speed, the cabin is just 10 minutes from Breakneck Pass (https://www.trailsoffroad.com/trails/231-breakneck-pass) and over a dozen other rated trails are located within an hour's drive.

Just 10 miles up the road you'll find the adorable and inviting mountain town of Fairplay. Home of the South Park City Museum, a perfectly restored mining town that lets you walk through over 40 authentic buildings from the time period. It is also the inspiration for the popular cartoon series, South Park. Drive through and spot all of Kenny's favorite hangouts. In addition to the museum you'll find restaurants, shopping, the new South Park Recreation Center, and local art on display. Spend the day strolling, snacking and don't forget to stop by South Park Brewery for a pint of craft beer and live music on your way back home.

The cabin is located 32 miles from Breckenridge Ski Resort, so if you're in search of a Colorado blue bird day you're less than an hour (depending on weather) from speeding down over 180 trails. In the summer, the resort transforms into a family fun zone, offering alpine slides, ropes courses and mining for adults and children of all ages!

The Fairplay Nordic center is just a few miles away with maintained cross country trails if scenic views and a quiet picnic is more your speed. You can also find sleds in the garage and opportunities to use them abound!

36 miles to the south of the cabin you'll find Buena Vista, CO. (Pronounced B-yoo-na Vista - if you want to sound like a local). They offer guided whitewater rafting, an outdoor adventure park, local breweries, festivals, hot springs, dining, and access to more of the famed Colorado 14'ers (14,000 foot peaks) than any other town in CO. It's an outdoor playland!

With so much to do we most definitely can't cover it all here so please reach out with any questions. We'll do our best to assist.

About the cabin:

The main floor master has a king-size custom log bed. The master bath features an oversized, jetted tub and separate shower with seat. A private door in the master bedroom leads to the hot-tub on the side deck.

Also on the main level is a beautiful great room with vaulted ceilings, wood burning stove, and entertainment center that is fully stocked with family games. You'll also meet your resident mascots: Bearnard and Moosille. Look for them throughout the property.

The dining room seats eight with seating for an additional five guests at the island in the kitchen.

Our fully equipped kitchen will allow you to prepare any meal, from Christmas Dinner to a quick apres' ski snack! Complete dinner service for 12 is available. The kitchen has a smooth surface range, microwave, double-door refrigerator with water filtration, and dishwasher. Many conveniences such as a crock pot, dual coffee makers, Keurig, and spice rack make cooking a breeze.

The upper level features a full-size bath and two bedrooms. The 'Bearnard' room has a queen bed and two twin sized beds. This room is equipped with a Roku TV. The 'Moosille' room has three twin beds, one which has a trundle.

The lower level features a second master bedroom with king-size log bed and a private bath. Also on this level is a large media room with 55" Netflix/Amazon/Slingbox RokuTV with DVD player and a classic Atari. The media room also has a queen size sofa sleeper. The laundry room has a full-size washer and dryer.

The home features a large wrap around deck. Enjoy the amazing views from our brand new hot tub or grill your dinner on the gas BBQ and take in the fresh mountain air!

Discover the magic of the Colorado mountains and make memories to last a lifetime.

Owner

Cassie Christensen

Member Since 2005

Speaks:

english

Calendar last updated:

Nov 12, 2018

About Cassie Christensen

I'm a Colorado native, he's a New England transplant who fell in love with the state during his childhood road trips. The cabin was purchased in fulfillment of a dream come true that was inspired by our own engagement road trip. And as much we wish we could live there year round, work pulls us back to the city so we decided to share the cabin with others in search of the same escape we found and hopefully inspire other dreamer's pursuits.

Cassie Christensen purchased this Cabin in 2016

Why Cassie Christensen chose Warm Springs

From the twisted pine railings to the expansive views. Our favorite moose and bear mascots that assist in creating the cabin theme. The open floor plan and the easy access to the outdoors. The massive deck that wraps around 3/4 of the house. The huge wood-burning stove that makes the perfect holiday backdrop. The hot tub, the games and most of all...the memories. This is our favorite place on the planet and we so enjoy sharing it with others looking to enjoy the magic of the Colorado mountains.

What makes this Cabin unique

Bearnard the bear and Moosille the moose, our local mascots, will be the theme of your visit and you may just see their real life relatives stroll up the driveway, depending on the season.

Main floor master with king log bed, jetted tub, shower with seat.
Lower level master with king log bed, full bath.
Moosille Suite with three (3) twins and one trundle bed
Bearnard Suite with two (2) twins and one queen
Pullout sofa with queen sleeper

Bathrooms

3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath

Bathroom 1

toilet, shower, jetted tub, Main floor master bath

Bathroom 2

toilet, shower, Lower level master bath

Bathroom 3

toilet, combination tub/shower, Upstairs bath

Bathroom 4

toilet, Main floor powder room

Location Type

Mountain View

The cabin provides an unobstructed view of the high plains and the southern Colorado mountains. You can see Pikes Peak in the distance to the east and Mt Sherman just to the northwest.

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Internet

Wifi available - tower and service upgraded January 2018

Heating

Infloor radiant heat

Washing Machine

Clothes Dryer

Fireplace

Parking

Linens Provided

Towels Provided

Wood Stove

Cozy wood stove with glass front

Hair Dryer

Parking Off Street

Living Room

Two roomy family living areas, main floor and lower level

Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer

Kitchen

Coffee Maker

Double coffee makers to accommodate large groups, also a keurig machine, with selection of teas and hot chocolate.

Plethora of games found in main floor entertainment center. Please kindly place them back as you found them and assist young children.

Music Library

Video Library

Video Games

Classic Atari

Outside

Balcony

Outdoor Grill

Deck / Patio

Tennis

Provided at the clubhouse

Pool / Spa

Hot Tub

Private spa on wrap around deck

jetted tub

Notes

Movies/Books/Games, No Pets

House Rules

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.

22 Reviews

Wonderful4.8/5

1 - 6 of 22

excellent get away for the weekend!

5/5

Stayed Oct 2018

Nicki T.

we had a wonderful time! beds were comfy, the house was pristine!, plenty of space, plenty of bathrooms, views galore from the upstairs bedrooms, rustic and fun and full of wonderful comfort. the only negative was the hot tub. it was not cleaned and for a ladies retreat, it was a small disappointment. Thanks for a lovely and beautiful time!

Submitted Nov 1, 2018

Wonderful Getaway

5/5

Stayed Sep 2018

Lynn L.

We rented this cabin for a women's weekend of solitude and this was a wonderful cabin for us all to decompress. There was 11 of us and the cabin fit us all nicely. Have never seen a rental property so well stocked. We had one question and called the owner and Cassie was very friendly and attended to our needs. The cabin was clean (except for one shower upstairs). The only thing that would have made the weekend more perfect would have been to seem some wild life.

Submitted Sep 25, 2018

away from the city

5/5

Stayed Aug 2018

Christopher N.

We had a such a great time it was so cozy and warm inviting stay there was plenty of room for the hole family even with five wheel chairs. the hot tube was great we loved the deck and the views from it. Not to far from the ponds to go fishing the kids really enjoyed that. We all cant wait to go back for another get away. the Negrete family thanks again for the memories .

Submitted Aug 20, 2018

Great cabin! We really enjoyed staying there.

5/5

Stayed Jul 2018

Leland U.

The cabin is very spacious and our family had a great time. We did not have any complaints.

Submitted Aug 6, 2018

Terrific Mountain Home

5/5

Stayed Jul 2018

Valerie R.

This is a terrific mountain home located just outside of Fairplay, Colorado. We had a wonderful vacation and loved staying here. The owner is great to work with and the home is very well maintained. We enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub with a view of the valley below. There is National Forest access, private fishing and close proximity to outdoor activities from the property. We loved it.

Submitted Jul 29, 2018

Wonderful Mountain Escape & Charming Cabin

5/5

Stayed May 2018

Libby H.

My family and I arrived on Friday evening to this beautiful cabin. We stopped and grabbed a few groceries at the handy local grocery store (Prather’s Market I think was the name) on our way to the cabin as we knew we were going to be spending most of the weekend around the cabin. We wanted a family getaway to the mountains and we were not disappointed! The first night we cooked some burgers on the grill out on the deck and enjoyed the crisp mountain air when the sun went down. When it was time to decide where everyone should sleep, we found there were ample beds for everyone to sleep in (there were 6 of us). Not to mention, they were actually comfy beds! It was nice to find that there were bathrooms on each floor of the house so no one had to fight over bathroom time. When we woke up the next morning, we had quite the surprise when we saw 2 moose wondering around out by our cars. None of us had ever seen a moose so close! Later we ventured out for a walk and found some beautiful walking/hiking paths that take you up through aspen trees and gorgeous vistas. While the ladies when for a hike, the guys went fly fishing in some nearby ponds.

We are already trying to plan another getaway to this place tucked back in the mountains. And since there were extra beds, we are trying to get more of the family involved with the next trip. Thank you for all the wonderful amenities and memories! It was such a pleasure working with you!

Submitted Jun 18, 2018

1 - 6 of 22

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Warm Springs, Fairplay, CO, USA

Hit the trails by simply opening the backdoor. The many trails maintained by the community connect up with the National Forest to the south providing hours upon hours of exploration. If you want to continue your adventures a bit further from home, you can catch the Colorado Trail on top of Kenosha pass about 30 miles to the north, or bag your first 14er by climbing Mount Sherman just a few miles up the road.

Enjoy the private stocked fishing ponds within the community (no Colorado license needed - just grab the pass from in the kitchen) or grab a license and venture out to explore all of the amazing fishing destinations in the area (http://285mountainguide.com/guide/activities/fishing.html). The community also offers a tennis and basketball court if a friendly rivalry needs to be decided on the court.

If 4-wheeling is more your speed, the cabin is just 10 minutes from Breakneck Pass (https://www.trailsoffroad.com/trails/231-breakneck-pass) and over a dozen other rated trails are located within an hour's drive.

Just 10 miles up the road you'll find the adorable and inviting mountain town of Fairplay. Home of the South Park City Museum, a perfectly restored mining town that lets you walk through over 40 authentic buildings from the time period. It is also the inspiration for the popular cartoon series, South Park. Drive through and spot all of Kenny's favorite hangouts. In addition to the museum you'll find restaurants, shopping, the new South Park Recreation Center, and local art on display. Spend the day strolling, snacking and don't forget to stop by South Park Brewery for a pint of craft beer and live music on your way back home.

The cabin is located 32 miles from Breckenridge Ski Resort, so if you're in search of a Colorado blue bird day you're less than an hour from speeding down over 180 trails. In the summer, the resort transforms into a family fun zone, offering alpine slides, ropes courses and mining for adults and children of all ages.

36 miles to the south of the cabin you'll find Buena Vista, CO. (Pronounced B-yoo-na Vista - if you want to sound like a local). They offer guided whitewater rafting, an outdoor adventure park, local breweries, festivals, hot springs, dining, and access to more of the famed Colorado 14'ers (14,000 foot peaks) than any other town in CO. It's an outdoor playland.

With so much to do we most definitely can't cover it all here so please reach out with any questions. We'll do our best to assist.

Availability

Additional information about rental rates

Refundable damage deposit

$250

Cleaning

$175 + Tax

Please contact the owner if you have a small party but are interested in the property - discounts available.